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The Weekend Scene: Feb. 27- Mar. 1

By Jordan-Marie Smith · Friday, Feb. 27, 2015

Mosh pits, Dupont LGBTQA exhibits, WVAU’s open mic and burlesque. We’ve got you covered with what’s happening this weekend.

Concert Review: The Dodos bring layered sounds to Black Cat’s intimate stage

By Jack Stringer · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015

The Indie rock duo came to D.C. in support of their latest release “Individ.”

You Blew It! and Tiny Moving Parts turn up the volume at DC9

By Trent Burns · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015

The Emo-punk groups partied hard and played loud for a crowded Monday night show.

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Movie Review: "What We Do In the Shadows"

By Mary Wright | February 26

A hilarious horror comedy that’s not afraid to make fun of itself.

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The ultimate endurance test: a Jumbo Slice marathon

By Ana Srikanth | February 26

The Scene tries three Jumbo Slice pizza places in Adams Morgan to determine the best.

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Recap: Founder’s Day 2015

By Katarzyna Strycharz | February 25

Students celebrated the 122nd anniversary of AU’s founding at the National Air and Space Museum.

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Q&A: Ann Hornaday, Washington Post film critic

By Mark Lieberman | February 25

The former Pulitzer Prize finalist discusses the Oscars, historical inaccuracy in cinema and last year’s Seth Rogen controversy.

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Theater Review: “Much Ado About Nothing”

By Brandon Latham | February 25

Synetic Theater brings Shakespeare to the world of Grease.

Lifestyle

M Street’s Pie Sisters ushers in a new craze

By Emily Blomquist | February 25

Georgetown’s Pie Sisters are catering to a crowd that’s over the cupcake-craze

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Theater Review: “King Hedley II”

By Jordan-Marie Smith | February 25

Rage, ambition and determination become one man’s cruxes on the Arena Stage.

Music

Concert Preview: 9:30 Club welcomes the cool kids of Echosmith

By Laura Neumayer | February 25

The family band has broken the Top 40 charts, and has their sights set on D.C.

Lifestyle

Chicken & Lawfuls: Three golden rules for surviving law school

By Naveed Afshar | February 24

Our first law school column gives tips on how to get through law school and get that degree.

Music

AU student musicians ride wave of NPR Tiny Desk support

By Leo Versel | February 24

The American University student-musicians, who record as “Boon,” unravel the story behind their upcoming EP

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Concert Review: COIN puts on electric performance at Black Cat

By Laura Neumayer | February 24

The up-and-coming band brings its A game to D.C.

Lifestyle

Learn a lesson at Captain Cookie & The Milkman

By Freddy Rodriguez | February 24

A trip to this new cookie bakery will leave you with a lesson and a full stomach.

Music

Q&A: The Dodos guitarist Meric Long

By Jack Stringer | February 23

Guitarist Meric Long talks about new album “Individ,” life on tour, and why he plays “music for other musicians.”

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Concert Review: Bad Suns bring California warmth to Rock n’ Roll Hotel

By Katie Burke | February 23

Not one, not two, but three boybands enchanted D.C. on Feb. 18.

Lonnie Lynn (Common) and John Legend perform with the Oscar® nominated Original Song, “Glory” from the film "Selma" during the live ABC Telecast of The 87th Oscars® at the Dolby® Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Sunday, February 22, 2015.

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The M&M Report: Instant reaction to the 2015 Oscars

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | February 23

The hosts recorded their thoughts on this year’s telecast just minutes after it ended.

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Concert Review: Theophilus London brings more than a concert to U Hall

By Andrea Diaz | February 21

The legendary collective performed as part of The Howard Theatre’s Black History of Music Month series.

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Concert Review: George Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelic throw concert party

By Trent Burns | February 21

The legendary collective performed as part of The Howard Theatre’s Black History of Music Month series.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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